Kit Kemp

The creative force behind a portfolio of chic and glamorous hotels in London and New York, Kit Kemp is renowned not only for her unique interiors but also as an author, a respected champion of British art, craft and sculpture, and as a designer of textiles, fragrance and homewares

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HOW HAS YOUR STYLE EVOLVED?

I want every piece of work I do to be considered individually. But, certainly, I have a recognizable hand. My work should appeal to all the senses and appear carefree and artless. But don’t be fooled – the devil is in the detail, and each piece of work is rigorously thought through.

WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST INFLUENCES?

Textiles: whether organic pieces, remnants, colorful threads, ethnic, ancient or contemporary, colorful or monotone, linen, wool, dyed or natural, I love them all. I also love folk art and handcrafted designs.

WHO IS YOUR DESIGN HERO?